To introduce the main themes and topics in the study of Shariah from a bird's eye view, making use of both traditional and modern perspectives while including western scholarship. Important topics covered and offered in this program include history and origins, sources and literature, methodologies and scope, institutions and popular movements, impact of society and politics, as well as modern development. At the end of the course, students are expected to explain and apply the knowledge and skills acquired in studies of the Shariah at the advanced stage. Students may also choose to undertake research in the one of the following areas of specialization:
• Fiqh and Usul Fiqh
• Shariah Law and Comparative Law
• Islamic Economy and Comparative Economy
• Islamic Management and Islamic Finance
• Siasah Syar’iyyah and Islamic Governance
The programme offers its students a chance to explore the many facets of the Islamic Shariah by fusing it with a broad spectrum of other subjects such as Law, Economics, Management, Politics and even Astronomy. Realizing the significance of education in Islam, the Academy of Islamic Studies has continuously aspired to produce graduates that are highly intelligent, equipping them with the knowledge to not only better themselves, but to further improve the Islamic society.
Full-Time Duration: 4 Semesters (Research)
Notes: **exemption for these courses can be applied to the faculty if the candidates already take/pass in the previous university (with proof)
Shariah Advisor, Islamic Law Researcher, Research Director in Islamic Law, Academic Lecturer in Shariah Studies, Shariah Program Manager, Islamic Legal Educator.
RM19,800
RM33,000
Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026